The Best San Francisco Bars For Watching Football (PHOTOS)

Football season is here! You're psyched to watch your fave team do their magic. Need a cool spot to cheer on your beloved athletes? We've mapped out the best places to watch the games as you nosh on bar bites.

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This friendly Irish pub is a great neighborhood hangout for Pittsburgh Steelers fans. It can get crowded at times but this casual joint is always filled with warm camaraderie. Bonus treat: Their buffalo wings are spicy enough to make you cry. The Kezar Pub, 770 Stanyan Street at Waller Street (415-386-9292 or thekezarpub.com )

A spirited establishment, The Republic has an extensive all-American craft beer menu as well as comfort food made with local ingredients. Fans of Northwestern, University of Washington, Cal, Oregon, Notre Dame, Michigan State and Stanford gather here regularly. Bud buckets are $17 while $20 Corona buckets go for $20. Other game specials include $1 off Coors Light pints and $2 off Blue Moon pitchers. The Republic, 3213 Scott Street at Lombard Street (415-817-1337 or republicsf.com)

A popular sports bar, the Taco Shop has ten plasma TVs. Go early to stake out a good viewing spot. The Baja-style fish tacos and Elote con Queso make this modern taqueria a food destination. The Taco Shop at Underdogs, 1824 Irving Street at 19th Avenue (415-566-8700 or tacoshopsf.com)

A San Francisco classic for nearly 40 years, the handsome Royal Exchange is the ideal watering hole for football aficionados. Cal, Stanford, 49ers and Raiders fans like to come here. Their two bars boast 72 taps (32 different micro, imported and domestic beers) and folks can take advantage of 17 state-of-the-art TVs with satellite access. Popular grub choices include the famous Royal Cobb Salad, Angus burger and Lazy Man's Cioppino. Royal Exchange, 301 Sacramento Street at Front Street (415-956-1710 or royalexchange.com)

With big screen TVs, a gorgeous view of the bay and regular sports star sightings (Rolando McLain, Jacoby Ford), Quiver Bar at EPIC Roasthouse is a popular choice. They also have a 3B's Special, which consists of a 1/2 pound Roasthouse burger, beer and homemade chocolate brownie for $20. EPIC Roasthouse, 369 The Embarcadero at Folsom Street (415-369-9955 or epicroasthouse.com)

The newest kid in town, Jasper's is a modern bar with a separate dining area. For Sunday football, they offer Anchor Steam beer by the pitcher for $22. For satisfying grub, don't miss their fabulous pork belly grilled cheese, soft house made pretzels, fall-off-the-bone riblettes, or the make-your-own Poutine. Jasper's Corner Tap & Kitchen, 401 Taylor Street at O'Farrell Street (415-775-7979 or jasperscornertap.com)